2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference

August 13, 2019to August 16, 2019

We can't wait to see you at the 2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference! Do you have a question about your conference experience? Please email [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

Our 2019 International Business & Leadership Conference will take us to sunny Tampa Bay, Florida and the beautiful Tampa Convention Center! This globally recognized conference is the largest LGBT business event on the planet. The NGLCC Conference delivers innovative leadership programming as well as networking and engagement opportunities for more than 1,400 LGBT and allied business leaders. Cutting-edge educational programs include inspiring keynote speakers, the annual B2B Boot Camp for certified LGBT Business Enterprises (LGBTBEs), a local chamber development track, Marketplace Expo, one-on-one Matchmaker meetings between suppliers and Fortune 500 companies, and much more.

Click here to see the extensive photo gallery from the 2018 NGLCC Conference in Philadelphia and get a taste of the #NGLCC18 magic by watching our opening video here.

One (1) Additional Exhibition Space Staff Member. Each additional staff member must be paid for.

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$199.00

Submit Your 2019 NGLCC Conference Session Proposal!

Are you interested in contributing to the 2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference agenda? Our events team is currently hard at work formulating an engaging and informative slate of programming for our upcoming Conference in Tampa, FL, and are accepting proposals for new sessions.

The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) International Business & Leadership Conference fosters a learning environment that promotes reflection and peer exchange for LGBT-owned businesses, corporate supplier diversity and procurement professionals, domestic and global affiliate chamber leaders, as well as government representatives. NGLCC is seeking session proposals that create genuine conversations among attendees and engage presenters’ subject-matter expertise.

If you are interested in presenting a breakout session at the 2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference to be held in Tampa, FL from August 13-16, please complete the proposal form linked below. To be eligible, you must be registered as an attendee of the 2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference. The deadline for proposal submissions is the close of business on Friday, April 5, 2019.

Applications will be reviewed by the NGLCC Conference Host Committee following the application deadline. Final decisions regarding session selections for the 2019 NGLCC Conference agenda will be sent to applicants by the close of business on Friday, May 3, 2019.

Get inspired by checking out our 2018 Conference agenda here. Please direct any questions about submitting a proposal to the NGLCC Events team at [email protected].

Thank You to our 2019 Conference Sponsors!

The 2019 International Business & Leadership Conference would not be possible without the support of our sponsors. If you're interested in being a part of this incredible LGBT business event, please contact our corporate relations team at [email protected].

Presenting Sponsor

Vice President Level Sponsor

Director Level Sponsor

Manager Level Sponsor

Matchmakers Sponsor

NGLCC is proud to offer two incredible hotel experiences to the guests of our 2019 NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference. More information about these options can be found below. Please direct any questions about booking your hotel accommodations to the NGLCC Events team at [email protected]. All dayside programming will take place at the Tampa Convention Center, which is adjacent to the Tampa Mariott Waterside Hotel & Marina and linked to the Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center by a skybridge.

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Experience Tampa's dynamic downtown with a stay at Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina right across from Harbour Island. This beautifully transformed, waterfront hotel sits adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center where all of our daytime programming will take place. When you’re not participating in Conference activities, take the plunge in the gorgeous rooftop pool, work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or take part in marina activities. Rooms are $179 and included complimentary guestroom WiFi for all guests. All reservations must be accompanied by a non-refundable first-night room deposit, or guaranteed by a major credit card.

Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center

For attendees and guests traveling with family members or sharing with other attendees, we recommend booking a suite at Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center where every room is a two-room suite, complete with a separate living room with sofa bed, wet bar, and complimentary WiFi access. It’s connected via sky-bridge to the Tampa Convention Center for easy access to all our Conference meetings! Suites start at $179 and are based on occupancy. To confirm a sleeping room, it must be secured with a valid credit card along with a first night’s deposit, non-refundable.

Join Us as a Press or Media Partner!

The NGLCC 2019 International Business & Leadership Conference is proud to welcome journalists and news outlets from around the world to our conference! Camera crews are welcomed in our Plenary Sessions with prior authorization and interviews with NGLCC leadership and business experts are available upon request in our media suite.

Interested in obtaining press credentials for the 2019 Conference? Contact the NGLCC press team at [email protected]

Interested in joining us as a Media Partnerfor #NGLCC19 and gain tremendous visibility and access? Contact the NGLCC team at [email protected]